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Introduction Growing concern about migrant workers OSH across the EU27 ERO literature survey to: Reflect current state of knowledge Suggestions for future work by the Agency Carried out by TCRO: FIOH, BAuA, BGIA, CIOP-PIB, INSHT, Prevent Overview of migration in different MS Focus on OSH Actions aimed at migrant workers

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Overview of migration in different EU countries-1 Broad definition: EU27 nationals (migrants) vs. non EU27 nationals (immigrants). However, both terms used interchangeably. Migrants not always at risk regarding their OSH. Very heterogeneous group. Reasons for migration, legal status and language knowledge have direct impact on their working conditions.

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Overview of migration in different EU countries-2 Often described as three waves: 1950s & 1960s: mass migrations to some EU countries to meet labour shortages; mostly single males; 1970s: family reunification. Some MS grant legal rights to migrant workers families. They form distinct communities in many MS 1980s: post-industrial migration. The result of global economic inequalities, ageing EU population, etc.